ABILITY Learn principles and methods of law enforcement and community-based policing; follow directions accurately and precisely; learn to operate and care for a variety of specialized law enforcement equipment, including firearms, restraints and tactical equipment; understand and follow written and oral instructions; prepare written reports; apply pertinent codes and regulations; perform basic arithmetic calculations; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; operate electronic communication equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships; exercise sound judgment at all times including stressful and emergency situations; use independent judgment and adopt quick, effective and responsible course of action; learn principles of conflict de-escalation; be honest, fair, equitable, and tactful in both pleasant and unpleasant situations; work effectively and collaboratively with inmates, fellow officers, public officials, general public, and others; relate to a wide variety of socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds; foster and develop collaborative partnerships with community members and organizations to proactively solve problems; perform duties while wearing required safety equipment; safely operate emergency response vehicles; function as a liaison between San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement agencies; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; operate basic computer hardware and software. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility–frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs; Lifting–frequently 5 to 75 lbs; occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual–constant good overall vision, reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity–frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking–frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological–constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements–wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules; Environmental–frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions.